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Kensal Elementary School
Elementary School · KENSAL 19
803 1st Ave, Kensal, ND 58455
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Kensal Elementary School
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About Kensal Elementary School
Kensal Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kensal, ND, part of KENSAL 19. Kensal Elementary School serves approximately 28 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Kensal Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 28 students, Kensal Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7:1 students to teachers, Kensal Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Kensal Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 803 1st Ave, Kensal, ND 58455
- Website
- kensalschool.org
- Phone
- (701) 435-2484
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores ND EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from ND state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
803 1st Ave, Kensal, ND 58455
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kensal Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WILLIAM S GUSSNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 27.2 miles away, in nearby Jamestown). Another option is LOUIS L'AMOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 28.3 miles away, in nearby Jamestown). Additionally, BARNES COUNTY NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 22.7 miles away, in nearby Wimbledon). For more schools in Kensal, see our Kensal schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 58455 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,188
Median Home Value
$127,300
Population
307
College Educated
25.6%
Homeownership
92.3%
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kensal Elementary School
What grades does Kensal Elementary School serve?
Kensal Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Kensal Elementary School?
Kensal Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kensal Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Kensal Elementary School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Kensal Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kensal Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kensal Elementary School a charter school?
No, Kensal Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kensal Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Kensal Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kensal Elementary School?
35.7% of students at Kensal Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Stutsman County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.6%
- Phone
- (701) 435-2484
Resources & Links
District
KENSAL 19- District Enrollment
- 29
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,276
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